HQ Function

Formerly served as the complete operational center for the hotel, managing all aspects including guest accommodations, large-scale event and convention hosting, food and beverage services, and administrative property functions.

Notable Features:

The property was renowned for its vast complex, the historic Wardman Tower, extensive exhibition halls and ballrooms (including one of the largest on the U.S. East Coast), beautiful gardens, and its impressive capacity with over 1,100 guest rooms.

Work Culture:

As a flagship Marriott property, the work culture emphasized Marriott's 'Spirit to Serve' philosophy, focusing on exceptional customer service, collaborative teamwork across numerous departments (e.g., front office, housekeeping, food & beverage, events, sales), and a dynamic, fast-paced environment, particularly during major conventions and city-wide events.

HQ Significance:

The hotel held immense significance due to its capacity to host major national and international conventions, presidential inaugural balls, and numerous political and social gatherings. Its century-long history saw it welcome many prominent figures, making it a landmark in Washington D.C.'s social, political, and hospitality landscape.

Values Reflected in HQ: During its operation under Marriott International, the hotel would have embodied core values such as 'Put People First,' 'Pursue Excellence,' 'Embrace Change,' 'Act with Integrity,' and 'Serve Our World,' central to the Marriott brand.

Location:

As a prominent establishment within the Marriott International portfolio, the Washington Marriott Wardman Park contributed to the brand's global hospitality services by hosting a diverse array of international guests, large-scale global conferences, and significant events in the U.S. capital. Its operations facilitated international travel and business in Washington D.C. It no longer supports these functions due to its permanent closure.

Street Address:

2660 Woodley Road NW

City:

Washington

State/Province:

D.C.

Country:

USA